By
That Nasir Ramon Olanrewaju, Head, Media and External Relations, United Bank for Africa Plc, is a household name in the Nigerian media space needs no debating.
Heading one of the powerhouse units of a top rated bank like UBA — media and external relations department — requires him to be in regular contact with media managers. Beyond that, players in the banking industry have rated Nasir’s media relations skills as second to none.
It was learnt that that at the beginning of his career, the brilliant public relations expert not only knew all the newsrooms of Nigerian media houses like he knew his surname. He would also resume and close with journalists in their offices, especially when he desperately wanted a ‘no-mention’ for any story he considered negative.
To mark his 15 years of membership and exceptional service, the Chairman of the bank, UBA Group, Tony Elumelu, personally wrote to Nasir, commending him for his sacrifice and commitment in projecting the financial institution’s image externally.
“I write to commend you for the sacrifice, passion, and commitment that you have demonstrated in carrying out your job and ensuring that the Bank is projected externally in the most positive light always,” Elumelu said.
“With each passing year, you bring creativity and a strong work ethic to the team and I wish you continued success in your career.”
Nasir emerged The Point Newspaper’s Image Maker of the Year 2016. He was honoured for his “exceptional performance, and tremendous support and contributions to the growth of PR and the media industry in Nigeria.”
He bagged a First Class degree in International Relations and a Master of Business Administration, MBA, from Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State. He also has a master’s degree in Media/Marketing, Communication from Pan Atlantic University, Lagos.
1 Comment